Climate activist Greta Thunberg is scheduled for deportation to Greece on Monday, according to organizers of the Global Sumud Flotilla, following her detention by the Israeli Navy after the interception of the Gaza-bound vessels.
The deportation plan coincides with reports that the Swedish activist and other detainees are leveling accusations of mistreatment against Israeli authorities, escalating the diplomatic fallout from the maritime operation.
Thunberg's Deportation Details Emerge
The Global Sumud Flotilla's activist groups announced via X/Twitter that Thunberg, who was among the nearly 500 activists detained, is set to be released and will "arrive in Greece" on Monday.
The deportation is being managed through diplomatic channels, with Greece organizing a dedicated flight. The Greek Foreign Ministry confirmed that a special flight would depart from Eilat-Ramon International Airport on Monday, October 6, 2025, "to safely return the Greek citizens to Athens on the same day."
- Mass Deportation: Ynet reported that 27 Greek activists would be on the flight, with the cost covered by the Greek government. The departing group also reportedly includes 28 French, 15 Italian, and nine Swedish citizens, according to Agence France-Presse.
- Unconfirmed Passenger: However, the Greek government's statement did not explicitly confirm if Thunberg, a Swedish national, would be aboard the flight arranged for Greek citizens.
